Oman-Bahrain Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $493.94M total volume •Oman deficit: $493.94M

OmanBahrain

$0

Exports (2023)

BahrainOman

$493.94M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$493.94M

Deficit for Oman

Total Trade

$493.94M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Oman and Bahrain. Green line shows exports from Oman, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

Comprehensive breakdown of trade flows by product category, revealing the specialized nature of the Oman-Bahrain commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

OmanBahrain Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Petroleum coke: calcined, obtained from bituminous minerals
$17.68M
Infinity% of exports
2Fruit, edible: watermelons, fresh
$8.34M
Infinity% of exports
3Insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors
$7.69M
Infinity% of exports
4Sheep: live
$7.21M
Infinity% of exports
5Food preparations: bakers' wares n.e.c. in heading no. 1605, whether or not containing cocoa: communion wafers, empty cachets suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice papers and similar products
$6.57M
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Oman's export portfolio to Bahrain demonstrates strategic specialization, with petroleum coke: calcined, obtained from bituminous minerals representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

BahrainOman Imports

$493.94M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
41.6% concentration
1Iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites)
$205.67M
41.6% of imports
2Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils
$72.13M
14.6% of imports
3Dairy produce: cheese, processed (not grated or powdered)
$38.67M
7.8% of imports
4Ferrous products: obtained by direct reduction of iron ore, in lumps, pellets or similar forms
$11.02M
2.2% of imports
5Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, bridges and bridge-sections
$6.83M
1.4% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Oman's import pattern from Bahrain reveals significant dependencyin iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites), highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Oman demonstrates competitive strength in exportingpetroleum coke: calcined, obtained from bituminous minerals to Bahrain, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsmoderatecomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $493.94M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Oman-Bahrain Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $493.94 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Oman maintains a deficit of $493.94 million
  • Export Focus: Oman's primary exports include petroleum coke: calcined, obtained from bituminous minerals, fruit, edible: watermelons, fresh, insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Bahrain include iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites), petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils, dairy produce: cheese, processed (not grated or powdered)

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthImbalanced

📈 Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents an important regional trade partnerships, with complementary economic strengths driving sustained commercial exchange.

Historical Trade Analysis & Economic Context

Trade Evolution Timeline

2019-2023: Recent Trends

Current trade volume of $493.94M represents the culmination of evolving bilateral commercial relationships, influenced by global supply chain shifts and changing economic priorities.

2015-2019: Growth Period

Sustained expansion in bilateral trade driven by complementary economic structures, with Oman leveraging its comparative advantages in petroleum coke: calcined, obtained from bituminous minerals.

2010-2015: Foundation Building

Establishment of modern trade frameworks and reduction of barriers, facilitating increased commercial exchange and investment flows between the two economies.

Pre-2010: Early Development

Initial stages of bilateral trade relationship development, with focus on traditional export-import patterns and gradual market integration.

Key Economic Drivers

1

Comparative Advantage

Oman's specialization in petroleum coke: calcined, obtained from bituminous mineralscomplements Bahrain's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites).

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $493.94M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $493.94M bilateral trade volume positions this relationship for continued growth, supported by technological advancement, evolving consumer preferences, and strengthening economic ties. Key opportunities lie in expanding cooperation in emerging sectors while managing potential supply chain vulnerabilities.

Economic Impact & Strategic Outlook

Economic Impact Assessment

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Trade Volume Impact

The $493.94 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in petroleum coke: calcined, obtained from bituminous minerals and iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites) demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Oman's trade deficit of $493.94 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Import Dependency

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in fruit, edible: watermelons, fresh present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites), new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
High trade imbalance may create supply chain risks
Market Competition
Global competition in petroleum coke: calcined, obtained from bituminous minerals may affect future market positioning.

🎯Strategic Recommendations

  • Strengthen cooperation in high-value sectors beyond current trade patterns
  • Develop alternative supply chains to reduce dependency risks
  • Explore joint ventures in emerging technology sectors
  • Enhance trade facilitation and reduce transaction costs

Market Position & Competitive Summary

The bilateral trade relationship between Oman and Bahrain represents a total trade volume of $493.94 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Oman, with imports exceeding exportsby $493.94 million.

Export Strengths

Oman's exports to Bahrain total $0.00, with competitive advantages in petroleum coke: calcined, obtained from bituminous minerals, representing $17.68M orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Bahrain amount to $493.94 million, highlighting economic interdependence in iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites), with Iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites) comprising41.6% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Oman's strategic sourcing from Bahrain. This partnership is characterized by complementary trade flows, with each country specializing in different product categories based on their respective economic strengths, industrial capabilities, and position in global value chains.

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Data Source: CEPII BACI (Base pour l'Analyse du Commerce International) • Last Updated: January 2025 • Coverage: 1995-2023